For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,943 students in 81504, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 64 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 81504, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 81504, CO are Chatfield Elementary School, Independence Academy and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81504 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81504, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81504, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chatfield Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3188 D1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-4930
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-4930
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Independence Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
675 29 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6850
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6850
Gr: PK-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3130 E1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,352 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Fruitvale Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
585 30 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5930
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5930
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Thunder Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3063 F1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5870
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5870
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Bookcliff Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2935 Orchard Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6220
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6220
Gr: 6-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Pear Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
432 30 1/4 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5960
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5960
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Grand Mesa Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
585 31-1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6270
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6270
Gr: 6-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction
Charter School
545 31 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(720) 541-9809
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(720) 541-9809
Gr: K-9 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
2935 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5100
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5100
Gr: PK | 53 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81504, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81504, CO include Chatfield Elementary School, Independence Academy and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 81504?
10 public schools are located in 81504.
What percentage of students in 81504 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 81504 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81504?
81504 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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